Barium Enema Double Contrast

What is Barium Enema Double Contrast?

The Barium Enema double contrast test is an imaging procedure performed by inserting liquid barium solution through the anus by enema and taking a photograph of the colon and rectum using X-Rays with positive and negative contrast modes which helps to assess any structural or functional abnormalities. The double contrast test uses positive and negative contrast modes to create an image which is clearer than single contrast images.

Why is Barium Enema Double Contrast done?

• To evaluate the cause of any blood in the stools
• To evaluate the cause of any change in your bowel movements
• To diagnose any suspected colorectal cancer
• To diagnose suspected diverticular disease or polyps or cysts in the colon or rectum
• To look for any blockages in the colon or rectum
• To diagnose the cause of any non-specific stomach pain

Preparation for Barium Enema Double Contrast

Pregnant women should inform their doctor (and x-ray technician) as the radiations may affect the fetus. If needed, precautions can be taken to lower the radiation exposure to the fetus.

Depending on the area to be imaged, you may be asked to wear a hospital gown at the time of the X-ray.

Get the blood urea and creatinine test done to evaluate kidney function and to ensure safety of contrast before taking up the procedure.

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Quality, accurate results, patient service with care and compassion and bringing value to diagnostic needs of the society forms our life at Noble Diagnostic Centre. Established by Dr. Renuka Wadhwa, Noble Diagnostic Centre started as a centre of excellence for Ultrasound and Colour Dopplers. Over the years Noble has also successfully diversified into the field of laboratory medicine by adopting latest techniques, inducting highly skilled professionals and introducing latest state of the art analysers from USA, Germany, Sweden, France and Japan. Our team of experienced doctors at Noble Diagnostic Centre ensures quality at all stages of testing: right from collection of samples to final release of reports. We strive to continuously upgrade our knowledge and technology keeping the pace with latest developments in the field of medical science. We have been awarded prestigious NABL Accreditation, the highest level of accreditation for clinical laboratories in India, for compliance to ISO 15189:2012 by National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration laboratories. Dr. Renuka Wadhwa is accredited by The Fetal Medicine Foundation for Nuchal Translucency and Nasal Bone Scans (less than 50 in India). Noble Diagnostic Centre is also the only NABL accredited independent lab in Delhi providing 24 hours sample collection along with night reporting of urgent tests.

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